How is this a good idea for CCW? Weapon is slow to draw, exposed to pick-pockets, not necessarily with you when you need it... Am I missing something?
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How is it a good idea for CCW you say, well this pack has a lot of compartments, making it easy to conceal in various ways. It even has velcro for attaching holster, ammo holders, etc. Sounds pretty good to me. I think what you're missing is not everyone wants or needs to be Quick-draw McGraw. Not everyone wants or can have their weapon on them at all times. Your weapon will not print with this bag, so a pick-pocketer will not be able to know where it is or which pocket it is in. Not everyone has the same CCW needs, but this bag is a good option for those that are open to pack carrying.
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Is it slow to draw? Compared to having your CCW of choice holstered on your hip- Yes. Is it still a better option than not having it at all? Without question. Unless someone OWNS this particular backpack then it is very unlikely that a pick-pocket will know that you are even carrying anything in the hidden compartment. To me the question posed tells me that you are not the type who would typically carry a backpack and thus you wouldn't have much need for an option like this to carry your CCW. However for someone who has to wear business professional attire (tucked in dress shirt and slacks) this is a good option because the need is likely there to have something to keep all your documents/work necessities in and would alleviate the need to constantly keep your suit jacket on so that people would not see the butt of a pistol sticking out of your waistband. I used this backpack almost daily and knowing I had the option to have my CCW somewhat handy and did not need to have it on my hip was a great benefit. Also it is a nice way to carry it while traveling, I could pack almost two days worth of clothes in the bag and I also had someplace to put it in my car so that if I were carrying and got pulled over for anything I would not have to declare that I was carrying to the officer because it was in the backseat out of reach.
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I just tried it for appendix carry. It works, however I find the best position for this particular holster is at my 4 o'clock (just past my right side pocket). So it could work for a short gun like a .380 but it could never work with my 1911.
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Space is limited so I wouldnt go trying to shove a desert eagle in it lol. But a revolver, .380, compact maybe. I haven't personally tried it. I didn't purchase this as a means to conceal a firearm. However, for the sake of knowing I will try it out and reply back again, just give me a little time.
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In all honesty I don't think this will be a good purchase. The reason being is with a full sized firearm you need to force the case shut and even then there are large gaps in that a screwdriver will pop the case open. now if you are using it just to transport then maybe, but even then there are much better soft and hard cases out there
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I've tried many holsters and none satisfied me. I'm 5'2" and slim. Not comfortable with holsters. Finally the clip was designed for me in mind. I've slipped it over my belt and inside my pants. I can pull the gun out very easily and fast which surprises me, because the clip seems firm. But I like best wearing it inside my front Levis pocket. I slip the clip over the edge of the pocket and leave half the gun handle sticking out. The draw is then fast. If you clip the edge of the pocket and slide the gun all the way into it till you can't see anything except the clip, then it is very difficult to draw out. Now my Ruger LCP .380 is with me all the time, in my pocket. I've tried many holsters and none satisfied me. I'm 5'2" and slim. Not comfortable with holsters. Finally the clip was designed for me in mind. I've slipped it over my belt and inside my pants. I can pull the gun out very easily and fast which surprises me, because the clip seems firm. But I like best wearing it inside my front Levis pocket. I slip the clip over the edge of the pocket and leave half the gun handle sticking out. The draw is then fast. If you clip the edge of the pocket and slide the gun all the way into it till you can't see anything except the clip, then it is very... » Read More I've tried many holsters and none satisfied me. I'm 5'2" and slim. Not comfortable with holsters. Finally the clip was designed for me in mind. I've slipped it over my belt and inside my pants. I can pull the gun out very easily and fast which surprises me, because the clip seems firm. But I like best wearing it inside my front Levis pocket. I slip the clip over the edge of the pocket and leave half the gun handle sticking out. The draw is then fast. If you clip the edge of the pocket and slide the gun all the way into it till you can't see anything except the clip, then it is very difficult to draw out. Now my Ruger LCP .380 is with me all the time, in my pocket. « Show Less
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While I usually carry at the 4:00 position, I did try appendix carry to see what people were talking about. The Versacarry works quite well in this position. Depending what other equipment I carry, I often alternate between right and left side carry as my 380 is usally used as a "back-up" unless I'm dressing down. Then it becomes primary carry.
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Dear Michael, As a fully licensed conceal and open carry for handguns in all candor I could not reccommend this fold over soft plastic pouch for a conceal carry S&W .38 air weight pistol. This pouch is not made well enough to carry anything over a few ounces inweight. I would strongly urge you to buy a real belted leather conceal carry made by "Sneaky Pete" . Yes they are bit more costly, though in the long run carrying a conceal carry that could tumble out the bottom/sides of a lightweight inexpensive plastic case could be a disaster in the making.. Hope this helps. Respectfully, Mark
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As this is an "excellent" form of a safety holster, it is supposed to fit tight you will find. But that is the "safety" part of it. No criminal can just pull it from your holster. Once the revolver is in there, the only way it is designed to come out is with a "straight up" drawing action where you have to pull up hard directly straight up so no one but you can get it out. I suppose someone who had you on the ground could by then you should have shot the bass-turtle before he got that close to your revolver.
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Hey Heith hope I can help. To what degree of vigorous activity? I feel confident enough to carry with this holster while playing at the park with my kids and I would swear they are part monkey. I carry while at my house doing chores ( carpentry, mowing the lawn and fields, honey due list etc etc..). I carry it hiking on somewhat rugged terrain, kayaking and pretty much every where in between. I always have my xds and Foxx holster with me and have never, ever had it fall out or even worried about it falling out. Admittingly I've never ran or anything like that with it, so to that degree I cannot comment but I think it's safe to say that you would be hard pressed within reason to have this gun become unholstered unintentionally. FYI I clip to my belt and wear my belt resonably snug as I don't like to sag and I think between the great job Foxx did molding to the gun and with the belt it provides a perfect amount of retention while still being able to draw the weapon quickly and accuretly. I've read that some have had problems with the front site hanging up on the holster but that is something that I have never experienced. My xds is box stock with stock sites and no mods and the cant is the only adjustment I've made to the holster. Really especially for the price you can't go wrong and I think you will be pleased with it. Side note, it get better with time and after break in. Good luck. Support our SECOND AMENDMENT.
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The gun could experience some corrosion if placed directly against the body. I always wear and undershirt with my gun and keep the gun well lubed. The gun will experience some wear to the finish on the holster side as the gun slides on and off the holster, so this is definitely a holster for a full time carry gun intended to be a tool, not a show queen.
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Not very effective for concealment. It's kinda bulky will bulge or print. For me I use it for a secondary weapon holster for hunting and at the range. I'm a big guy so it may differ according to your build.
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Hold, yes. Draw quickly and easily, not so much without lots of practice and probably not even then. I carry an M&P; 9c and that seems to be a good fit for the opening. I would reccommend moving up a size in bag for a larger pistol. Great quality bags. This one is just a bit smaller than it looks.
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It fits, and fits well, BUT... the holster extends the length of my sub by an inch which was a bit frustrating. I'm looking for another option so I can return this one as I want it for conceal carry. If it were just for the range, or periodic use, I'd not mind. CC you want the smallest, lightest, closest to the body holster you can find. Good Luck.
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My friend, I bought this holster and it's a piece of junk and about as cheap as they come. The clip is plastic and won't grab anything and the holster is flimsy and poorly made. If you're going to conceal carry, DO NOT invest your money in a holster like this that will bind up when you have to draw quickly to defend yourself because a cheaply-made holster is the same as a cheaply-made gun... it could get you killed.Winthrop makes some damn fine holsters that you can buy here for about $50, but if you want cheaper, at least go with a Blackhawk! brand.Hope that helps. My friend, I bought this holster and it's a piece of junk and about as cheap as they come. The clip is plastic and won't grab anything and the holster is flimsy and poorly made. If you're going to conceal carry, DO NOT invest your money in a holster like this that will bind up when you have to draw quickly to defend yourself because a cheaply-made holster is the same as a cheaply-made gun... it could get you killed.Winthrop makes some damn fine holsters that you can buy here for about $50, but if you want cheaper, at least go with a Blackhawk! brand.Hope... » Read More My friend, I bought this holster and it's a piece of junk and about as cheap as they come. The clip is plastic and won't grab anything and the holster is flimsy and poorly made. If you're going to conceal carry, DO NOT invest your money in a holster like this that will bind up when you have to draw quickly to defend yourself because a cheaply-made holster is the same as a cheaply-made gun... it could get you killed.Winthrop makes some damn fine holsters that you can buy here for about $50, but if you want cheaper, at least go with a Blackhawk! brand.Hope that helps. « Show Less
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Have no idea about XD. I carry the Glock 21SF, its pretty cool... I really like it...
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It has a slightly sticky outer coating to stay in your pocket, while the inside is slick so the gun comes out easily. It works wonderfully that way, but gravity is on your side: Gravity holds the gun down in you pocket until you want it. Loose, in a purse, the holster it might be a problem. If there were a pocket or compartment to hold the gun upright, that might help, but if the purse got tossed in a chair, or on the floor the gun could easily slip out.
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I tried it crossdraw, not very comfortable for me. And because it has a fair amount of built in forward cant, I think it would be hard to draw. Also it took about a week of wearing it everyday(even at work without the gun) to break in the leather but after that it is very comfortable, I wear it between 3:00 and 4:00 oclock.Hope this helped.